Zip 36830 (Auburn, AL) Cost of Living


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Auburn cost of living score
91.9
Less expensive
8.1% lower
than the US average
9.3% higher
than the Alabama average
Auburn (zip 36830), Alabama gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.1% lower than the U.S. average and 9.3% lower than the average for Alabama.

Zip 36830 (Auburn, AL)

Housing costs in Auburn?
A typical home costs $346,700, which is 2.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 62.0% more expensive than the average Alabama home, at $214,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Auburn costs $1,070 per month, which is 13.8% more than the national average of $940 and 7.5% more than the state average of $990.

Can I afford Auburn?
To live comfortably in Auburn (zip 36830), Alabama, a minimum annual income of $66,600 for a family, and $33,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Auburn?
The cost of living in 36830 Auburn, AL is quite reasonable. The overall cost of living index in the area is 93.3, which is 7.7% lower than the national average of 100. Housing costs are particularly affordable, with median home values of $202,800 and median rental prices at $874 per month. Utilities and transportation expenses are also relatively low, making it an ideal location for those looking for a budget-friendly lifestyle. Although groceries may be slightly pricier than other locations due to a lack of variety in stores, overall costs remain manageable.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAuburnAlabamaUnited States
  91.984.1100.0
  101.894.4100
  122.0118.9100.0
  96.556.6100.0
  $346,700$214,000$338,100
  101.0%101.2%100.0%
  81.085.9100.0
  85.471.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 17 years ago

I do like Auburn, it's nice to see people you know wherever you go, and I really like the small town feeling. I do, however hate, hate, hate the weather in the summer.  More

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